Sichuan Maocai
A customizable hot pot–style broth loaded with mixed proteins, vegetables, and numbing Sichuan peppercorns. Cook everything tableside or simmer in the pot, then dip into sesame sauce.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Toast Sichuan peppercorns and dried chilies for 2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 3
Add smashed garlic and sliced ginger. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Step 4
Pour in stock and soy sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
Step 5
Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes so flavors infuse.
Step 6
Mix sesame paste, rice vinegar, and chili oil in a small bowl. Set out as a dipping sauce.
Step 7
Increase heat to a rolling simmer. Add proteins in batches: beef 1–2 min, chicken 3–4 min, shrimp 2 min.
Step 8
When proteins are nearly cooked, add all vegetables. Simmer 2–3 minutes until just tender.
Step 9
Taste and adjust soy sauce or chili oil. Ladle broth and ingredients into bowls.
Step 10
Top with scallions. Dip each bite into sesame sauce before eating.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot (5+ quarts)
- small mixing bowl
- wooden spoon
- slotted spoon
- ladle
- cutting board
- sharp knife
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